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Analyzing Intertemporal Consumption Choices

An individual has a guaranteed income of $500 next year but has no income today. They are considering borrowing $100 today at a 15% interest rate for an immediate purchase. Analyze this decision by explaining the trade-off this individual faces between their consumption today and their consumption next year. In your analysis, calculate the total amount they will have to repay and the amount of money they will have left for consumption next year. Finally, discuss how a significant increase in the interest rate would likely affect their decision-making process.

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